Everything Hinges on Kate Middleton’s Well-Being’ for Prince William as He Carries Family’s Pain (Exclusive)

With Kate Middleton and King Charles both undergoing cancer treatment, Prince William must balance family matters with an elevated leadership role within the monarchy.

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‘Everything Hinges on Kate Middleton’s Well-Being’ for Prince William as He Carries Family’s Pain (Exclusive)
The Prince and Princess of Wales’ family-first mantra is more important than ever

By Simon Perry Published on May 8, 2024 08:00AM EDT
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With Kate Middleton and King Charles both undergoing cancer treatment, Prince William must balance family matters with an elevated leadership role within the monarchy.

“Whether you’re a prince or a pauper, no one would expect anything like this with his father and his wife both being treated for cancer,” a royal insider tells PEOPLE exclusively in this week’s cover story. “William is digging deep.”

The Prince of Wales, 41, has resumed public duties after taking time off to spend time with his wife and their three children — Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6 — immediately following the news of her cancer diagnosis, publicly announced on March 22. However, his primary focus remains steadfastly on supporting Princess Kate, 42.

Throughout their 13-year marriage, the Prince and Princess of Wales have prioritized private time with George, Charlotte and Louis, routinely clearing their public schedules during school breaks and taking part in school drop-offs and pick-ups rather than always leaving the task to a nanny. Now, their family-first manta is more important than ever.

William is prioritizing giving her all the time she needs to get better and the support, particularly to the children,” says a close source.